Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from McLaren Health Care
Job overview
The Pharmacy Informatics Specialist at McLaren Health Care optimizes pharmacy practice and medication use processes through technology and automation, impacting clinical workflows and patient care.
Responsibilities and impact
The specialist designs, implements, and maintains pharmacy IT systems and automation, supports EMR and clinical decision support, coordinates with IT and hospital committees, manages databases, assists in audits, trains staff, and helps with planning and budgeting for IT projects.
Compensation and benefits
The role offers a full-time schedule with working hours from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, on-call duties, and a salary range of $100,000 to $120,000.
Experience and skills
Candidates must be graduates of an ACPE-accredited College of Pharmacy, registered or eligible pharmacists in Michigan, with knowledge of pharmacy computer systems and automated dispensing; a PharmD or advanced degree and 3-5 years hospital pharmacy experience are preferred.
Company information
McLaren Health Care is a healthcare organization focused on hospital and clinical services, emphasizing technology integration in pharmacy practice.
Job location and travel
The position is based in Detroit, MI, with a full-time schedule and on-call responsibilities.
Unique job features
The role uniquely combines pharmacy expertise with informatics to improve medication processes and clinical decision support within a major healthcare system.
Company overview
McLaren Health Care is a Michigan-based integrated health system that provides a wide range of healthcare services, including hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, imaging centers, and home health care. They generate revenue through patient services, insurance plans, and partnerships with other healthcare providers. Founded in 1914, McLaren has grown significantly, acquiring several hospitals and expanding its services to meet the needs of the communities it serves. The company is known for its commitment to quality care and innovation in medical practices.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your expertise in pharmacy informatics, highlighting experience with EMR systems, clinical decision support, and automation in pharmacy practice, which are central to the McLaren Health Care role.
Showcase your ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including pharmacists, physicians, and IT specialists, as well as your experience with process design and system implementation relevant to medication use processes.
Apply through multiple platforms such as McLaren Health Care’s corporate career site and LinkedIn to maximize your application’s visibility and ensure it reaches the right hiring teams.
Connect with current McLaren Health Care pharmacy or informatics professionals on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent technology initiatives at McLaren or asking about their experience with pharmacy system upgrades to start meaningful conversations.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description like 'pharmacy informatics,' 'EMR,' 'clinical decision support,' 'automation,' and 'medication use process' to improve chances of passing screening algorithms.
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